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New tower means better service

Ruidoso News

Posted:
03/11/2014 05:32:08 PM MDT

A crew recently installed radio equipment on a 120-foot tower near the Ruidoso Police Department. (Hilary Romig — Ruidoso News)

At no cost to residents, Verizon is setting up a new communication tower behind the Ruidoso Police Department. The cell tower will provide better service to the public schools and will enhance reception for better police communication. Chief Joe Magill said Verizon is paying $750 each month to have the tower on the premises.

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